Luminous comes from the Latin word lūminōsus, meaning “full of light” or “shining.” In English, it has been used since the early 15th century to describe something that is radiating or reflecting light, or that is lighted up or illuminated. Luminosity can be found in many different contexts, from nature and art to technology and science. Today, luminous remains a commonly used word in English, and is often associated with beauty, brilliance, and enlightenment.
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